Overview
An epic play with music that examines the human costs of the quest for artistic greatness.
The place: Sausalito. The time: the mid-1970s. The carpet: brown shag.Ā StereophonicĀ brings us inside the cloistered world of a recording studio as a rock band on the brink of superstardom attempts to create their sophomore album. The ensuing pressures open up cracks in the bandās once-easy camaraderie, and spats over issues like tempo and song length begin to reveal deeper problems in the bandās foundation. Running on a diet of booze, sleep deprivation, and a giant bag of cocaine, interpersonal relationships are pushed to the breaking point as a process that was meant to last a few weeks becomes a neverending slog. With original songs by Arcade Fireās Will Butler,Ā David Adjmiās play is an electrifying portrait of a band wracked with division and disillusionment that nevertheless might be on the verge of creating a masterpiece.
This book title, Stereophonic, ISBN: 9781636702162, by David Adjmi, Will Butler, published by Theatre Communications Group (June 18, 2024) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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